British retailer Halfords today said sales were boosted by strong demand in cycling, camping and travel equipment during the three months to early July.

Car parts and bicycles chain Halfords today said it remained on track to meet profit targets, despite a further slowdown in sales in recent weeks.

UK chain Halfords credited its revamped Apollo and Carrera bicycle ranges and improved camping equipment lines for another strong sales performance today.

British car parts and bicycle retailer Halfords today said underlying like-for-like sales accelerated 5.3% over its last financial year.